Spire, utility partners, hosting event to connect customers with energy assistance

To assist Kansas City area customers who may be struggling with inflation and rising costs, Spire is hosting an energy assistance event ahead of winter heating season.

The event – Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, from 10:00am - 3:00pm at the Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity, 505 N. Dodgion Street, Independence – provides customers an opportunity to connect one on one with members of Spire’s customer experience team to discuss options. Spire has multiple assistance programs available to customers who qualify, including the Payment Partner Program and DollarHelp.

“We invite anybody who is struggling to make ends meet to come learn about assistance that could be available,” said Vonda Cotton, community outreach specialist at Spire. “Don’t wait until colder weather moves in. Take action now so you can rest assured you have the energy you need this fall and winter.”

The event will include information on energy assistance programs, free weatherization services, local food pantries and other family resources. Spire’s dedicated team of customer support specialists and representatives from LIHEAP, Evergy, The Salvation Army, Independence Power & Light and others will be available to guide customers through assistance and programs.

Attendees should bring the following documents to apply for assistance:

• A recent home energy bill (electric, natural gas, home heating oil or propane)
• Copies of social security cards for all household members and their birth dates. If the household currently receives food stamps, only the social security numbers and birth dates are required
• Copies of income documentation such as paystubs (for the previous month), current award letters or current pension statements. If the household currently receives food stamps, income documentation is not required.

Pre-registration is required. To register, visit SpireEnergy.com/AssistanceEvent.
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